Martial Arts Overlord

Upon hearing Luo Feng’s words, Wei Chihuo was slightly taken aback. Just now, he had stood up to protect the Crown Prince, already prepared to die, yet he did not expect Luo Feng, who showed no mercy to the Crown Prince, to spare him now.

At this moment, the Second Prince and Elder Hai walked over.

The Second Prince extended a hand to Wei Chihuo and said respectfully:

"General Wei, you are my father’s most trusted person and the pillar of Azure Sky City. I also hope that you will continue to guard Azure Sky City in the future."

When Wei Chihuo did not respond, Jiang Fengfeng, impatient, raised her eyebrows and said, "Are you determined to die for that worthless Crown Prince? Are you an idiot?"

Ignoring Jiang Fengfeng’s tone, Wei Chihuo glanced at Luo Feng and sighed, "It seems I’ve truly grown old. Luo Feng, I, Wei Chihuo, owe you this favor, keeping this life."

Luo Feng sighed in relief, truly worried that Wei Chihuo would insist on seeking death.

With the Crown Prince dead, the Water Cloud Army, now leaderless, was already in chaos. Seeing Wei Chihuo submit to the Second Prince, each soldier sank into despair, completely losing the will to resist.

Having witnessed the earlier battle, it was clear to the Water Cloud Army that neither the morale-boosted, watchful guards of the Second Prince nor the earlier confrontation could stand; even Jiang Fengfeng and Luo Feng alone could easily slaughter them all with no effort.

Swish!

Luo Feng closed his five fingers, snatching the Crown Prince’s head in mid-air, and floated upwards, glancing around and raising his voice:

"Everyone, the Crown Prince is dead. Will you still resist?"

The voice was not loud but resonated clearly in everyone’s ears, slightly vibrating their eardrums. Instantly, the last trace of hope within the Water Cloud Army vanished into smoke.

Clang clang clang clang clang clang...

The remaining Water Cloud Army all dropped their weapons, standing dejectedly, awaiting their fate.

The Second Prince stepped forward, looking at the Water Cloud Army present, and said: "I know you are here, only following orders, not by your own will. I will no longer pursue past matters. If you wish to stay, you can continue to hold your original positions. If you wish to leave, I will not stop you."

The crowd remained silent.

"Thank you, Second Prince, I am willing to stay and follow Your Highness," a Water Cloud Army guard captain kneeled down, offering a loyal salute to the Second Prince.

"I am willing!"

"Pledged to follow Your Highness to the death!"

Throughout history, victors ruled. With the Crown Prince defeated, the Water Cloud Army present thought they were doomed, but hearing the Second Prince’s words was like meeting salvation, akin to dew in a drought. One by one, they were overjoyed, grateful in their hearts while kneeling and bowing before the Second Prince with eyes full of reverence.

"This person has the aura of a leader."

The Second Prince’s actions made Luo Feng nod in secret, realizing he chose the right person.

The Second Prince was kind, neither arrogant nor impatient, possessing righteousness, capable of accommodating others, and decisive when necessary, not showing mercy—qualities befitting a king.

Numerous thoughts crossed his mind as Luo Feng suddenly lifted his head, gazing at the sky outside the Second Prince’s mansion.

In the distance, the air showed clear waves, a silhouette cutting through the sky at incredible speed, as if slicing through space, unable to heal for a long time.

Thud!

A figure landed ten steps before the Second Prince.

The newcomer, hair and beard all white, wore crimson armor with two majestic tiger heads on the shoulders, exuding an unparalleled aura, with bright eyes that concealed his intentions.

"Tiger Soldiers Marquis."

Su Yi moved beside the Crown Prince, frowning at Tiger Soldiers Marquis.

Elder Hai transmitted to Luo Feng: "This man is Tiger Soldiers Marquis, one of the Six Marquises, always staunchly supporting the Crown Prince."

Luo Feng nodded, growing vigilant, secretly circulating Yuan Qi. Judging from the True Yuan fluctuations, the man was a True Yuan Realm third-level Martial Artist, a force to be reckoned with.

Tiger Soldiers Marquis glanced at Luo Feng, then turned his gaze to the Second Prince, clasping his fists with a smile: "This old minister always saw that the Second Prince was truly a dragon among men. Now, Your Highness has the assistance of masters like Luo Feng, truly it’s like adding wings to a tiger—what a joyful occasion!"

Luo Feng was stunned, having thought the man came for the Crown Prince, yet it seemed not the case. The man’s words flattered both him and the Second Prince—truly astute.

The Second Prince said blandly: "Tiger Soldiers Marquis, you exaggerate."

"Every word I speak comes from my heart, witnessed by heaven and earth!"

Tiger Soldiers Marquis pointed to the sky, with a solemn expression, suddenly clasped his fists: "Congratulations to Your Highness on ascending to the throne."

"King?"

The Second Prince was momentarily stunned.

"The mourning period has ended. According to tradition, a new king must be appointed immediately to preside over the great matters. With Your Highness defeating the Crown Prince, you are naturally the unparalleled choice for the new king. This old minister greets the king."

Tiger Soldiers Marquis spoke with commanding and powerful words, bending down before the Crown Prince’s body, offering a loyal salute, eyes respectful.

"Hail the king!"

The surrounding Second Prince’s mansion guards and Water Cloud Army also bowed to the Second Prince, their voices shaking the earth, scattering the clouds above.

Luo Feng inwardly chuckled, realizing Tiger Soldiers Marquis had top-notch skills in both sensing the winds and flattery.

Cold Moon Marquis and the colorfully robed Violet Orchid Marquis appeared near the Second Prince’s mansion, witnessing the scene, Violet Orchid Marquis smiled: "Looks like we arrived a step behind Tiger Soldiers Marquis."

"Regardless, we won this battle. Let’s go down," Cold Moon Marquis said.

The two figures flashed into the plaza, bowing to the Second Prince: "Hail the king."

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh...

Sounds of cutting through the air echoed continuously, as the Six Marquises, Twelve Lords, and various major Canglang Dynasty forces emerged, respectfully saluting the Second Prince.

Among everyone, only Luo Feng and Jiang Fengfeng remained motionless.

In Jiang Fengfeng’s eyes, the Canglang Dynasty, a small country, even at the level of king, was merely a mundane title, not warranting her salutation. Her slight regard for Luo Feng stemmed not from his status as the new first dragon, but from his prowess.

As for Luo Feng, he never concerned himself with power, only admiring the strong. Moreover, he was now the Six Southern Domains’ first new dragon, of noble status, and the Second Prince could not bear his salutation.

The Second Prince nodded and took a deep breath before speaking aloud:

"Let us choose a day to honorably bury the Crown Prince. This battle began because of my actions, and all of the deceased and wounded will be compensated. Elder Hai, make arrangements, and first assist the injured."

"Yes!"

Elder Hai agreed, starting to organize assistance for the wounded.

The Second Prince turned his gaze to Luo Feng, suddenly speaking: "Luo Feng, step forward to receive your title."

Swish!

Upon hearing this, everyone’s eyes immediately focused on Luo Feng.

Luo Feng recalled the Second Prince’s words from the previous night, having already guessed the matter, and stepped forward.

The Second Prince said: "Luo Feng, with me ascending to the throne as king, your contributions are immense. From this moment, you are the Hidden Dragon Marquis! Receive ten fourth-grade spirit weapons, one volume of Earth-grade lower rank cultivation technique, eight million second-grade Yuan Stones, and ten songstresses. The Luo Family will replace the Azure Cloud Marquis Mansion as one of the dynasty’s Six Marquis Mansions!"